Tag: literacy
Poetry: To Read or Not to Read
Since becoming a mom, my love for reading has grown. Bedtime reading was a routine established many years ago with my oldest (born August...
Our Journey with Dyslexia: Trusting My Instincts as a Mom
When our son was five years old, the pandemic hit. Like many parents, we had to make quick decisions about his education. I chose...
Talk to Your Children About Down Syndrome
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to talk, void misconceptions, reveal myths, and connect with others about Down Syndrome.
Down syndrome, also known...
Raising Reluctant Readers
First, let's start with this fact: I've taught in an elementary school for over a decade. In my classroom, reading is encouraged, supported, and...
Planting Seeds of Empathy and Kindness Through Literature
Reading to my kids is a huge part of my parenting. Books lead to great conversations and are a much better investment of my time,...
The Top 10 Books for Moms to Enjoy This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to relax, unwind, and indulge in a good book. Whether you're lounging by the pool or sitting in your...
Why I Joined a Book Club
"Hey, girls! I'm thinking about starting a book club! Let me know who is interested!" My friend sent this text to a group of...
The Empty Bookcase
I’ve always had a strong connection with books. I was a voracious reader, obsessed with books. I didn’t have access to public libraries, and...
International Read to Me Day
March 19th celebrates International Read to Me Day. This one hits close to home for me since I work at a library and love...
Accepting the “Yet”
I have always loved books. It’s probably the one thing in my life that I can say I have always, always enjoyed. So it...










